A thrilling game saw Asante Kotoko beat Kwara United in the CAF Confederation Cup at the Accra Sports Stadium on Sunday.
Emmanuel Antwi’s emphatic finish from Albert Amoah’s cross put the Porcupine Warriors ahead after a promising start.
However, defensive errors let Johnmark Aule equalize for the visitors mid-way through the half.
Albert Amoah’s volley, assisted by Patrick Asiedu, put Kotoko ahead three minutes before halftime.
Nevertheless, Kwara replied right away, with Aule’s second goal tying the match 2-2 at halftime.
Defender Joseph Ablorh scored a header off Amidu Acquah’s cross to put Kotoko back in front after the restart.
After Walid Fuseini fouled Neymar, leading to Amoah’s penalty, the home team went ahead 4-2.
In the 88th minute, Kwara got a goal from Shola Abdulraheem, after he reacted quickly to a rebound.
Kotoko’s attempt for a late insurance goal was unsuccessful, keeping the tie balanced before the return in Ilorin next week.
For Ghana’s top team to succeed, they need a better defense, because Kwara is dangerous at home.